The excitement is building at the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province as the Long March-7 Y10 rocket and Tianzhou-9 cargo spaceship roll to the launch pad. This mission is all about delivering vital supplies to the space station while showcasing cutting-edge technology and a spirit of adventure! 🚀
Powered by kerosene and liquid oxygen, the Long March-7 is a medium-sized marvel known for its high reliability, enhanced safety, and environmentally friendly design. Its ability to dynamically adjust its flight path—much like your favorite navigation app—ensures the rocket is always on the optimal route, reaching its target orbit with impressive precision.
Tianzhou-9, the fourth cargo spacecraft in this series, is set to carry about 6.5 tonnes of essential supplies, including consumables, propellants, and experimental equipment. Among its exciting cargo are two sets of domestically developed spacesuits with an extended lifespan, engineered to support more spacewalks, and a core muscle training device to help taikonauts stay fit in microgravity. It's like taking your gym game to interstellar heights! 💪
Continuing the legacy established by Tianzhou-1 through Tianzhou-8, this mission marks another leap forward in supporting the space station and China's crewed spaceflight program. Stay tuned for more updates as pre-launch checks and tests ensure everything is in tip-top shape for this cosmic journey!
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Rocket carrying Tianzhou-9 cargo spaceship moved to launch pad
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